Plymouth based jazz & soul singer Louise Parker, joined by her band, Neil Burns (guitar), Jem Fatna (drums) and Pasquale Votino (bass) return to the Old Chapel this autumn. Louise Parker Louise started singing late, but soon found out she had a feel for jazz. Her father had an extensive record collection, many Blue Note...
As part of a UK-wide tour, we welcome back Dave Manington’s Riff Raff who last played here in 2018. Bassist and composer Dave Manington is one of the mainstays of the London contemporary music scene. He has played with many of the pre-eminent jazz musicians in the UK and Europe and with various ensembles...
Join "Just Friends" on the "Eve" of Christmas Eve for an informal afternoon of well known Christmas and Jazz standards - the last gig of the year! Relax and chill out before Christmas "takes off!"
Formed in 2022, Jazz Shed is a 4-piece band based in the Looe area of Cornwall. They play a wide range of Jazz standards and lively Latin rhythms, adding some of their own compositions into the mix – all guaranteed to put a smile on your face and get those toes tapping! They have performed...
Calstock Arts are delighted to welcome the Co-operative Big Band who are returning to the Old Chapel after an excellent performance last year. Formed in 2009 with a small group of students and private pupils by Pete Twyman. They are kindly performing at as a fund raiser for Calstock Arts. The Cooperative Big Band prides...
If you have ever watched Jools Holland seeing in the New Year on BBC2, right at the front of the band is Derek Nash on alto sax. He is one of the UK's top players and is joining another in South West, tenor sax star Martin Dale and his Quartet. Derek's long relationship with Martin started...
Born in South America and raised in Sweden, Annika Skoogh is a highly versatile and celebrated multilingual jazz vocalist with a natural talent, who is based in Exeter and brings a special blend of Scandinavian charm and Latin flavour to her performances. In 2017, Annika recorded her first album, Waters of March with her quartet...
The Jake Leg Jug Band bring you the authentic sounds of 1920's and 30's America - Jazz, Blues, Gospel, Ragtime - and put their own twist on it. Songs of murder, betrayal, gambling, liquor and redemption. After self releasing their debut album, the band signed to one of the UK's top independent Jazz labels, recording...
Calstock Arts are excited to be included in this prestigious tour, which includes the far east (S Korea, China & Hong Kong), Norway, France and Calstock! Ok a few others in the UK but none west of Bristol. Espen Eriksen Trio is one of the most popular piano trios in Europe. With it’s highly melodic...
First time at Calstock Arts! Remi Harris is one of the UK’s most exciting, technically gifted and versatile guitarists. From the age of seven he has dedicated himself to a life of guitar playing that has taken him from busking on the streets of his local towns in Herefordshire to performing at many prestigious venues...
“An exquisite blend of voices and rich harmonies.” Rolling Harmony is a vibrant vocal group of choir leaders and singers from the South West. They delight audiences with their lively and eclectic performances. Glorious music and gorgeous vocal harmonies, rooted in English and American harmony singing traditions. Songs with captivating rhythms, compelling lyrics and interweaving...
The Big Jazz Choir as you’ve never seen or heard us before! Think of your favourite song from the 1960s and we’re probably singing it. We’re including numbers from The Kinks, David Bowie, The Beachboys, Motown classics, Joni Mitchell and of course The Beatles among many other popular music giants. Featuring guest soloists as well...